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Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus

Echinocereus viridiflorus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Cactaceae ›Genus: Echinocereus

About

Echinocereus viridiflorus is a species of cactus known by the common names nylon hedgehog cactus, green pitaya, and small-flowered hedgehog cactus. It is native to the central and south-central United States and northern Mexico, where it can be found in varied habitat types, including desert scrub, woodlands, dry grasslands, and short-grass prairie.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus?
The scientific name of Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus is Echinocereus viridiflorus.
What is the conservation status of Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus?
The Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belong to?
Green-flower Hedgehog Cactus belongs to the genus Echinocereus.